Nurse Practitioner
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The Claremont Colleges Services Student Health Services Department is looking for a Nurse Practitioner to make a direct impact on the well-being of a vibrant campus community. In this role, you'll provide comprehensive, autonomous primary care to students—from routine physicals and health exams to diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions—all while working alongside a collaborative team.
Priority Deadline: The deadline for first consideration is August 3, 2026.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following are the fundamental duties and responsibilities of this position which the incumbent must be able to perform to fulfill the purpose and requirements of this position.
Clinical Responsibilities (Direct Patient Care): 90%
Perform complete physical examinations (pre-matriculation, study abroad, employment, and sports participation) including taking medical history using the clinical techniques of observation, percussion, palpation, and auscultation
Follow protocols, diagnoses common illnesses and injuries using the above noted techniques with the ability to distinguish between normal, normal variance, and abnormal findings based upon evaluation of the patient’s medical history and physical examination
Select and request laboratory tests, x-rays, and diagnostic tests, interpreting test results together with a patient’s history and physical to assess a patient’s needs and concerns
Is responsible for primary care of acute and sub-acute, chronic and episodic conditions, illnesses, and injuries; assumes ongoing responsibility for a patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery under the supervision of a physician or specific protocol
Establish and document the health care plan maintaining clear and accurate documentation of the problem, plan, outcome, and evaluation process
Perform women’s health examinations including screening for abnormalities, contraceptive methods, pregnancy testing, and STI evaluation with referral to community specialists if needed
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage longitudinal care, including communication with counseling and nutrition, for those students with disordered eating or eating disorders
Perform suturing and special procedures after demonstrating appropriate training
Collaborate and consult with physicians for more complicated health problems
Prescribe medication and contraceptive methods in accordance with prescriptive authority according to the State of California Nurse Practice Act
Provide immunization programs for the prevention and control of communicable diseases
Collaborate with other health disciplines in providing care and treatment (i.e. physical therapy, athletic trainers, inhalation therapy, occupational therapy)
Work in conjunction with Monsour Counseling and Psychological Services in management of students with mental health issues
Work in conjunction with Health Education Outreach by providing information on health-related issues
Administrative Responsibilities: 10%
Provide consultative services on health-related issues to other campus programs
Review and update patient educational materials
Participate in campus outreach programs as requested
Participate in Quality Assurance/Improvement programs for Student Health Services
Serve as liaison with student residential life departments, other community health care providers, and outside agencies
Participate in professional development opportunities and in-service training
Attend weekly staff meetings.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Unless otherwise stated, the following qualifications are required to perform the essential functions of this position, or the individual must demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed (with or without reasonable accommodation) using other qualifications not listed below.
Education:
Successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program (adult or family).
Experience:
Recent successful experience as a health care provider with adolescent and young adult/college aged patients preferably in an educational setting. Demonstrated successful experience in health education and health promotion activities
Competencies:
Effective interviewing skills to elicit information related to needs identified by both patient and physical findings
Ability to identify normal/abnormal findings by physical examination, interrelating physical and psychosocial aspects
Ability to order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies and procedures relevant to identified problems
Ability to review patient’s medical record for documentation of pertinent information and immunization record
Ability to clearly and accurately record and document patient’s problems and treatment plans
Ability to assess and determine when consultation and/or referral are appropriate
Ability to utilize electronic health records
Clearly identifies and holds self out as a Nurse Practitioner
Strong oral and written communication skills in English
Awareness of and sensitivity to racial, cultural, religious, gender and sexual orientation diversity.
Thorough knowledge of professional nursing principles, methods, and procedures
Thorough knowledge of medical terminology in English and equipment
Thorough knowledge of uses and effects of medicines and narcotics
Ability to apply nursing knowledge and techniques
Ability to observe and record or respond with therapy to medical reactions, symptoms, and behaviors
Ability to keep records and prepare reports
Ability to gain the interest, respect, and cooperation of patients
Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and others
Ability to analyze urgent and emergent situations accurately and to take prompt action
Ability to utilize electronic health records.
Ability to maintain a neat and professional image at all times.
Certifications/Licenses:
Current California Nursing License
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification. Ongoing training for recertification is provided
Current Furnishing License
DEA registration
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with adolescent and young adult/college aged patients.
Experience working with electronic health records.
National certification.
Candidates with experience assessing, evaluating, diagnosing and managing students with disordered eating/eating disorders in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
Physical Requirements:
This position primarily performs work in an office environment and requires the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer.
The role involves frequent use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment, as well as repetitive hand and wrist movements.
The position requires the ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, video conference, and electronic communication; read and interpret printed and electronic documents; and exchange accurate information with employees, supervisors, and external partners.
Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling materials weighing up to 20 pounds may be required, such as files, office supplies, or computer equipment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Work Schedule:
The regular hours for this position are 32 hours per week scheduled between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This 9-month position coincides with the academic calendar (mid August to mid May). May be required to work holiday, weekend, and/or evening hours. Regular hours may vary due to needs of the organization or business unit. SHS has an adjusted holiday schedule in which certain holidays are worked to support residential students during the academic calendar.
COMPENSATION
Pay: The pay rate for this position is competitive and commensurate with the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position, between $8,333.33 - $9,444.44 per month over nine months, $75,000-$85,000 annually.
Benefits: This position is eligible for our employment benefits package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision
10% retirement contributions after one year (no matching required)
Group life insurance
Generous time off
Professional development funds
Discounts for mobile plans, software, and entertainment
Access to fitness facilities
and more!
Disclaimer:
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, The Claremont Colleges Services will review this job description and make changes of business necessity. TCCS reserves the right to modify job duties or assign additional duties as needed.
ADA/OSHA:
This job description defines the essential job duties of this position. The Claremont Colleges Services expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Equal Opportunity Employer:
TCCS is an equal opportunity employer. TCCS managers make employment decisions on the basis of merit, with the aim of having the best available person in every job. TCCS prohibits discrimination based on all characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation. TCCS also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of these characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of these characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.